Join Splendit and help organizations strengthen their cybersecurity posture
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At Splendit, we combine technical expertise with a pragmatic consulting approach. We help our clients navigate complex digital challenges by delivering secure, innovative, and future-proof solutions. Our consultants work on impactful projects across various industries while benefiting from the freedom, support, and opportunities to grow their careers.
Are you passionate about cybersecurity, ethical hacking, and offensive security? Do you enjoy identifying vulnerabilities before malicious actors do and helping organizations improve their security resilience?
Then we'd love to hear from you.
To support our continued growth, we are looking for an IT Security Consultant (Penetration Tester) to join our team.
Region: Projects across Brussels and Flanders
Contract type: Open to both employees and freelancers
Languages: Professional proficiency in Dutch and English is required. French is a plus.
Your Role
As an IT Security Consultant (Penetration Tester), you will be responsible for identifying vulnerabilities in client systems, applications, and networks. You will perform security assessments, simulate real-world cyberattacks, and provide actionable recommendations to improve security resilience.
You will work closely with clients across various industries, helping them proactively manage security risks and strengthen their security posture.
What You'll Do
Conduct penetration tests on web applications, APIs, mobile applications, networks, and cloud infrastructure
Perform vulnerability assessments and security audits
Simulate real-world attack scenarios through ethical hacking
Analyze findings and prepare clear, actionable security reports
Provide remediation advice and support to development and IT teams
Stay up to date with the latest cybersecurity threats, tools, and techniques
Contribute to internal knowledge sharing and security best practices
Support pre-sales activities by providing technical expertise when needed
Your Profile
Technical Skills
Strong expertise in penetration testing methodologies (OWASP, OSSTMM, NIST)
Solid knowledge of web application security vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10)
Experience with security testing tools such as:
Burp Suite
Metasploit
Nmap
Wireshark
Nessus / OpenVAS
Strong understanding of network protocols and architecture
Knowledge of Linux and Windows environments
Experience with scripting or programming (Python, Bash, PowerShell, or similar)
Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is a plus
Security Knowledge
Authentication and authorization mechanisms
Cryptography fundamentals
Secure coding practices
Incident detection and response fundamentals
Personal Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to explain complex security issues in a clear and understandable way
Excellent communication and reporting skills
Customer-focused mindset
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Proactive, curious, and eager to learn
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 2 years of experience in penetration testing or offensive security
Relevant certifications are considered a strong asset:
OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional)
CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
GPEN / GWAPT
What We Offer
Challenging Security Projects
Work on security assessments and penetration testing engagements for organizations across various industries.
Professional Growth
Access to training, certifications, and continuous knowledge sharing to stay ahead in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape. xlxgzvr
Cutting-Edge Security Technologies
Work with modern security tools, cloud environments, and offensive security methodologies while helping clients improve their cyber resilience.